Clarks has taken things one step further for kids starting school next year, with the release of their new Shopkins range.

The range will retail at $139.95, around the same price as other Clarks school shoes. Image: Supplied

Yes, we said Shopkins!

While the shoes might look like your traditional pair, don't be fooled! The Bella and Bluebelle designs are much more than just a plain black pair of Mary Janes. They also feature a hidden compartment in the colourful, squishy heel complete with an added tiny collectible so your little one can carry a mini milkshake, handbag, cupcake or lipstick at all times inside the school gate.

Yes, your kids will be all like:

While the school teachers (still recovering from the fidget spinner craze) will be like:

While it’s safe to assume some teachers won’t be excited about the added distraction in the classroom, we love that there is something that could potentially help kids starting or returning to school be a little less anxious.

Look out for the hidden compartment in the heel. Image: Supplied

The Clarks x Shopkins collection (RRP: $139.95) is available for a limited time only from November 28th. The perfect reason to get all of your back-to-school stuff sorted early!

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